Windsurfing
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Product Description
Arguably one of the most diverse, exciting, and accessible of water sports, windsurfing attracts an estimated 20 million participants worldwide. This instructional volume is packed full of information. Illustrated with photographs by John Carter, one of the world’s most respected water sports’ photographers, it will inspire both the beginner and the expert. It gives a full explanation of windsurfing equipment, including the different designs; a detailed description of "the basics" as well as intermediate and advanced techniques; the joys and dangers of sailing on open sea; and planing techniques, sailing smaller boards, gibing, and wave sailing.
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Customer Reviews
Ozlem Arslaner Said: "Windsurfing" by Peter Hart ( Jul. 13th 2009 )
This book is great for the intermediate surfers aiming to move to the "advanced" area with detailed sections on sea sailing, wave riding and jumping, freestyle and competition. There are wonderful old and new-school tricks described in simple steps with supporting diagrams and motivating pictures. Beginners will like the sections on basics, wind and equipment. I loved the book, so much information put together beautifully!!..
Flaco Said: GREAT BOOK ( Jun. 17th 2009 )
I had some experience on older boards, and was not sure on buying this one, since I already had a similar book with the "old" techniques. It is a must if you want to get updated and enjoy the modern or actual equipment. Too many things have changed over the years and this book was an excellent help to get me through.
C. Elsasser Said: Two thumbs up for Peter Hart ( Jun. 26th 2008 )
He writes well and knows his stuff. He is entertaining (more so in his videos) and methodical. His illustrations are good but I found that I wanted a more clear breakdown of stages within a maneuver. Especially for those other than carve gybes which is why I rated it 4 as opposed to 5.
C. Wang Said: A very comprehensive book ( Nov. 2nd 2007 )
A book that seems to contain material for a large range of audience, from beginner to more experienced surfers. Its a good book to have if you want to know about the different type of skills there is available but its not so helpful if you actually want to learn how to do each moves. I think a DVD is much more helpful in this case. But this book does have pretty pictures and illustrations.
Dr K.R. Smith Said: Windsurfing: much more than just mundane 'how to' details ( Aug. 23rd 2006 )
An excellent book, the best windsurfing book I've read (and I've read several) for years. Arguably the best ever. Hart manages to captivate the true spirit of our sublime sport. He takes a fresh look at things, for example he doesn't spout the usual tired old list of "dos and don'ts" about safety, rather he gives a fresh, rational view. A more compendious book would have been possible, as this one doesn't go into much detail in some areas (for example rigging, or equipment choice); but that isn't the purpose of this book. It's a great read for newcomers and expert windsurfers alike.